For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,791 students in 02122, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02122, MA are Dr. William Henderson Lower, Richard J Murphy and Neighborhood House Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02122 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02122, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02122, MA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr. William Henderson Lower
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1669 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8725
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8725
Grades: PK-1
| 202 students
Rank: #22.
Richard J Murphy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Worrell Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Grades: PK-8
| 857 students
Rank: #33.
Neighborhood House Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Queen Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Grades: PK-12
| 764 students
Rank: #44.
Thomas J Kenny
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19 Oakton Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8789
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8789
Grades: PK-6
| 337 students
Rank: #55.
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23 Leonard Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 474-7950
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 474-7950
Grades: 6-8
| 138 students
Rank: #66.
Mather
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24 Parish Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8757
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8757
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
02122, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11 Charles Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8631
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8631
Grades: 8
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02122, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02122, MA include Dr. William Henderson Lower, Richard J Murphy and Neighborhood House Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02122, MA?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02122, MA.
What is the racial composition of students in 02122, MA?
02122, MA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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